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API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspection Terms

The document defines key terms related to the API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspection Code. It defines an authorized pressure vessel inspector as a qualified person who performs inspections under the API 510 code. An authorized inspection agency is an inspection organization of the owner or independent group recognized to perform inspections. On-stream inspections establish suitability for continued operation without entering the vessel. A pressure vessel engineer evaluates characteristics affecting integrity. Repairs restore a vessel to a safe operating condition. Re-rating changes the operating parameters, while alterations require additional testing for increased parameters. An examiner assists with non-destructive examinations. A fitness-for-service assessment determines integrity for continued use.

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API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspection Terms

The document defines key terms related to the API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspection Code. It defines an authorized pressure vessel inspector as a qualified person who performs inspections under the API 510 code. An authorized inspection agency is an inspection organization of the owner or independent group recognized to perform inspections. On-stream inspections establish suitability for continued operation without entering the vessel. A pressure vessel engineer evaluates characteristics affecting integrity. Repairs restore a vessel to a safe operating condition. Re-rating changes the operating parameters, while alterations require additional testing for increased parameters. An examiner assists with non-destructive examinations. A fitness-for-service assessment determines integrity for continued use.

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Definition of Terms

API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspection Code


ASME Code :
ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code.
ASME Code applies to new construction, however most of the design requirements, welding, examinations and materials shall be applied to the API 510 interpretation requirements.

Authorized Pressure Vessel Inspector:


Qualified and authorized person to perform inspections under

API 510

Definition of Terms API 510


Authorized Inspection Agency:
Inspection organization of owner or user of pressure vessel Independent organization or Individual recognized for inspection

On-stream Inspection: - Inspection used to establish suitability of


pressure vessel for continued operation. The vessel may or may not be in operation while under NDE (Non-destructive Examination). Vessel is not entered for internal examination.

Definition of Terms API 510


Pressure Vessel Engineer:
Knowledgeable and experienced person of engineering discipline for evaluating mechanical and material characteristics which affect the integrity and reliability of pressure vessels. He may derive help from appropriate specialists.

Repair :
Work necessary to restore vessel to safe operation at design or re-rated operating condition. Repair Organization: The owner or user of the vessel who repairs his equipments as per inspection code. It may be a contractor with acceptable qualification to repair the vessel as per inspection code.

Definition of Terms API 510


Re-rating :
A change in either the temperature or maximum allowable working pressure of vessel. De-rating to below original design condition is done to keep the vessel safe in case of excess corrosion. When a re-rating aims at increased working pressure or temperature or decrease in minimum temperature, so that additional mechanical tests are required, it is considered as Alteration.

Examiner :
Person assisting authorized pressure vessel inspector for NDE and other relevant metallurgical examinations.

Definition of Terms API 510


Fitness-for- service Assessment:
Assessment methods whereby flaws and conditions contained in the vessel components or structures are assessed to determine integrity of the equipment for continued service.

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